In Photos: From Dancing to a Free Round Trip, US Mayors Deepen Ties With Singapore and each other

by | Feb 3, 2026 | Featured, Politics, Topics

In Photos: From Dancing to a Free Round Trip, US Mayors Deepen Ties With Singapore and each other
Leaders of the U.S. Conference of Mayors meet with representatives of the Singaporean mission to the United States during a diplomatic engagement in the Singaporean embassy in Washington. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Conference of Mayors held an event at the Singaporean embassy on Thursday night where mayors mingled in tents and viewed exhibits and performances showcasing Singapore’s culture and governance. 

There were costumed performances, traditional food and a round‑trip ticket giveaway to Singapore for one lucky Mayor.



Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt, president of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, raises a toast “to the great nation of Singapore” during his speech at the embassy. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)Washington, D.C., mayor Muriel Bowser spoke at the event. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)Participants observe a traditional Singaporean dance. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)David Lesser, mayor of Manhattan Beach, celebrates after being selected in a lottery draw for a round‑trip flight from New York to Singapore. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt shows Singaporean Ambassador to the United States Lui Tuck Yew his son’s Singapore LEGO set. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)Senior Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sim Ann speaks to participants about Singapore's global diplomatic and economic landscape. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)Participants speak with Singaporean business representatives. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)Attendees visit the tents organized by the Singaporean embassy to learn about the country’s culinary traditions. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)Baey Yam Keng, mayor of Singapore’s North East District, delivers a speech on effective governance. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)Participants interact during the event’s networking period. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)Participants gather to enjoy Singaporean food and drinks offered as part of the event’s cultural showcase. (Dasha Dubinina/MNS)